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LILLIAN GARCIA

Katy,TX

Summary

To obtain a graduate nurse position in an emergency department in a dynamic healthcare organization. Experienced ER Charge Nurse with over four years of emergency nursing experience and 24 years in nursing. Adept at managing high-acuity patient flow, prioritizing critical situations, and coordinating interdisciplinary teams under pressure. Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, high-stress environments while maintaining exceptional standards of care, regulatory compliance, and staff support. Committed to delivering efficient, patient-centered emergency care.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Houston Methodist West
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
  • Deliver direct patient care using technology to meet diverse, complex needs.
  • Manage care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
  • Perform blood transfusions and intravenous infusions to alleviate symptoms and treat conditions.
  • Administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for various disorders and injuries.
  • Oversee daily operations in the emergency department as the Charge Nurse, enhancing workflow and outcomes.

Registered Nurse

Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 06.2021
  • Provide emergency care for the ill and injured, using first aid procedures and obtaining necessary assistance in cases of serious trauma and/or illness.
  • Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
  • Assist with the management of students who have health problems in the school setting.
  • Maintain accurate and complete health records on each student including immunizations records, health history, screening results, referral and follow-up information.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

Vasccular Access Team NICU Registered Nurse

Texas Childrens Hospital
Houston, TX
06.2009 - 11.2013
  • Peripheral and arterial punctures PICC placement in neonates and infants.
  • Maintenance of central lines including occlusion therapy and dressing care.
  • Provided NICU staff education on PICC and PIV care and maintenance procedures with focus on infection prevention.
  • Preceptor to new vascular access team staff Experienced with ultrasound (Sonosite) use for vascular access.
  • Provided discharge instructions for PICC care and maintenance to patients families Identified patients at high risk for standard IV complications and assessed need for PIV, IR PICC or Neo PICC.
  • Prioritized individualized quality patient care, in Texas Vascular Access-Board Certified PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY.

NICU Registered Nurse

Texas Childrens Hospital
Houston, TX
06.2001 - 11.2013
  • Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonates and infants.
  • Provided neonatal resuscitation at deliveries and transported to NICU.
  • Provided care for high acuity patients with complex disease processes including those on ECMO, body cooling and dialysis.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Participated in unit-based quality assurance.
  • Delegated staff nurse duties.
  • Participated in evidence based research and policy updates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Schreiner Unversity
Kerrville, TX
09-2026

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lone Star College
Houston, TX
05.2001

Skills

  • Stroke management
  • Experienced in placing USPIV
  • High level of autonomy
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Code Blue and emergency response
  • Airway management
  • Sepsis protocol implementation
  • Infectious disease control
  • Psychiatric and mental health care
  • Electronic health records management
  • Preceptor
  • STEMI management
  • Hospital Emergency Response Team
  • Triage

Certification

  • American Heart Association BLS
  • American Heart Association ACLS
  • American Heart Association PALS
  • Crisis Prevention Institute CPI
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course TNCC

Affiliations

  • Night Shift Shared Governance Council - secretary
  • ENA Chapter 1059 member #2140469
  • Emergency Department Education Committee
  • Hospital Emergency Response Team

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Good Samaritan Foundation Bronze Award 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Houston Methodist West
10.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2015 - 06.2021

Vasccular Access Team NICU Registered Nurse

Texas Childrens Hospital
06.2009 - 11.2013

NICU Registered Nurse

Texas Childrens Hospital
06.2001 - 11.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lone Star College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Schreiner Unversity

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